BOC drafts e-commerce clearance rules, seeks stakeholders’ input

The Bureau of Customs has drafted an order for the clearance process…
Bantayan Island port upgrade to add cruise ship docking

Cebu ports post 4.4% increase in 2023 cargo volume

The Cebu Port Authority reported a 4.4% increase in cargo volume for…

DTI launches 4-year plan to push Halal industry growth

The Department of Trade and Industry initiated a comprehensive four-year plan for…

PortCalls January 24, 2024

Our latest issue (January 24, 2024). Stories include: Victory Group earmarks P2.5B…
Implementing rules for ban on pass-through fees released, take effect immediately

Implementing rules for ban on pass-through fees released, take effect immediately

The long-awaited implementing rules for Executive Order No. 41 have been released…

FIATA calls for global oversight, cooperation to ease maritime transport

The International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations called for global oversight and…

ICTSI unit divests from Indonesian subsidiary

International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s wholly owned subsidiary, ICTSI Far East Pte.…

Victory Group earmarks P2.5B for expansion

Victory Group of Companies is spending P2.5 billion this year to build…

PortCalls January 22, 2024

Our latest issue (January 22, 2024). Stories include: Red Sea crisis brings…

Drewry’s World Container Index up 23%, highest since Oct

Drewry’s latest World Container Index increased by 23% to $3,777 per 40-foot…